Last two weekends and lots of test rides later, my list and budget is basically gone crazy.
Suzuki V-Strom 650XA - engine is so benign I felt I was on a smaller bike.
Kawasaki Z900 - no stock available any time soon.
Yamaha Tenere 700 - no stock available any time soon.
Moto Guzzi V85TT - can see but can't ride as no demos available.
BMW F750GS - too small for my size and engine felt under powered (it's detuned a bit much). Tried F850GS and the engine is much better, though 21" front wheel felt a little awkward for commuting.
KTM 790 Adventure - wife didn't like the styling. I have been vetoed.
Yamaha Tracer 900 - no stock available any time soon.
BMW F900R - too small for my size, but the engine is beautiful. So tried F900XR, more balanced by still felt a little cramped for my legs.
So now the list has evolved to:
Triumph Tiger 900
Ducati Multistrada 950
Both options are way north of the $20k budget. Time to renegotiate my budget.
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